Third-Party Resources

These websites and contacts can act as your own Medicare guide.

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
TTY: 1-877-486-2048

CMS is the Federal agency that administers the Medicare program. Use this resource to learn more about eligibility, coverage and plans.

1-800-772-1213
TTY: 1-800-325-0778

The SSA provides information about Medicare eligibility and on the low income subsidy (LIS) “Extra Help” for the Part D drug program. You can also request a replacement Medicare card, change your name or address and report a death.

1-800-827-1000
TTY: 1-800-829-4833

This resource is for veterans or those who have served in the U.S. Military.

1-877-772-5772 or your local office
TTY: 1-312-751-4701

If you have benefits from the RRB, you can call them to check eligibility, learn about payment benefits, enroll in Medicare, replace your Medicare card or report a death.

Medicaid is a joint Federal and state program that helps pay medical costs for those requiring financial assistance.

Montana Department of Aging: 1-800-551-3191

SHIP is a state program that offers free health insurance counseling to people with Medicare.

The official U.S. government Medicare handbook has a summary of Medicare benefits, rights and protections and answers to many questions about Medicare.

These hotlines are available 24/7. Calls are confidential and at no cost to you.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides support for those who are in distress, as well as prevention and crisis information.

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides support before, during and after pregnancy for those who feel overwhelmed, anxious or depressed.